re: E220 cdi suspension rattle?

[DSB SL AMG]

Hi guys - this week my 2001 E-class Avantgarde (facelift) developed a suspension rasttle (over bumpy surfaces) passenger front LHS....my mechanic looked at it yesterday and has advised i have 'play' in the upper wish bone ball joint which is causing the issue?

He advises the assy has to be replaced (full arm) and its not so easy job as engine bay stuff has to be removed to replace.He also said the 'play' in the joint is slight and would probably pass MOT but i cant leave it as its quite a loud noise coming throught into the cabin...note i had the drop links (common issue) changed a few months ago!

Few questions...
1. Can anyone confirm the name of the part is UPPER WISH BONE as E/parts were unsure, they indicated coats of £250, Dronsfields are quoting £25 (spares) as i am not sure if i am keeping the car...

2. Does anyone have a part no?

Thanks for comments....
DSB.

 

[Ian B Walker]

Have a look at the arb and drop links first. They rattle like hell when worn. Cheap fix too. ARB bushes @ about a fiver each and drop links @ about £22 each.

 

[DSB SL AMG]

Hi Ian, drop links already changed few months ago as i have already stated in post...